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Document systems based on Sharp’s latest Controller Platform have passed Security Validation Testing for Device Penetration conducted by Keypoint Intelligence along with testing partner Agile Cybersecurity Solutions.

New technology partnership introduces Touch7 neon colors, which promise to transform how textile printers utilize vibrant color.

Welcome to The Cannata Report’s Manic Monday, our rapid recap of the previous week’s office technology industry news.

The Lioce Group (Huntsville, AL) lands government-wide blanket purchase agreement (BPA) so federal agencies can buy/lease Canon equipment.

With locations in Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Florida, 37-year-old office-tech dealer Applied Innovation has added an office in Fort Wayne, IN.

RRD has successfully closed on the strategic acquisition of Williams Lea, a provider of tech-enabled business services to financial, legal and professional services firms worldwide.

Coordinated Business Systems has been named as a “2025 Torch Award for Ethics” finalist by the Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota. The company says it remains dedicated to fostering trust, promoting fairness, and setting an example for integrity in its marketplace.

In this week’s episode of Fridays with Frank, Frank G. Cannata recaps Pacific Office Automation’s annual sales meeting and has some nice things to say about new CEO Adam Pritchett and founder Terry Newsom. 

Fiery launches two new cutting-edge digital front ends (DFEs) for Xerox’s PrimeLink C9200 Series Printers. These DFEs will maximize productivity, image quality, brand color accuracy, and workflow efficiency for both production and office applications. The majority of Xerox’s production portfolio now is driven by the latest Fiery FS600 Pro software platform.

BlueCrest has launched the Element Inserter, a new platform designed to meet the evolving needs of modern mail operations.

Optimized vendor bidding enables users to make decisions based on appropriate capabilities and multiple cost comparisons, says print procurement software developer.

Firm’s second major patent milestone in the quantum computing arena; 104 provisional patents have been filed to date with goal to file some 400 more by the end of 2025.

Key data for the fourth quarter show 2024 finishing on a healthy note, however, tariffs against Canada, Mexico, and China can potentially throw the economy off course.

New York-based Atlantic, Tomorrow’s Office has acquired BrainSell, a growth enablement company known for its deep technology expertise, advanced data and AI capabilities.

Cloud ERP provider’s equity investment fuels DXone’s mission to modernize office technology amid shifting sector needs.

C.A. Reding (Fresno, CA) has been named a 2025 ProVision certified dealer by RICOH, recognizing the company’s commitment to technical efficiency, client satisfaction, training, and response times.

DSI, a leading provider of Office Technology and Managed IT Services, has announced that Jocelyn Gorman will lead DSI’s continued growth and drive transformative solutions for businesses in the Southwest.

Mark Vruno has been named editor-in-chief of The Cannata Report. The appointment signifies a new chapter for The Cannata Report as it continues its digital transformation.

BC DirectGroup GmbH, a prominent German print management company, has implemented ReadyPDF® Prepress Server from Solimar Systems and is reporting a 100% success rate in PDF optimization for its high-volume production print and mail environment.

Sharp Color Printing Systems turned to the Color-Logic Metallic Color System and the Touch7 Color System to promote its BP-1200S digital press.

Gremper AG in Switzerland to use hybrid production to expand capacity; Meinders & Elstermann to become first company with a Jetfire 50 in Germany.

Lexmark Cloud Services adds AI-powered document enhancement capabilities—including translation and redaction—under centralized, intelligent platform; new A3 models extend printer and MFP portfolio’s range of price points, speeds and more.

The best way to describe the Executive Connection Summit for anyone who has never attended is one-part think tank, one-part educational forum, and one-part networking conference.

The Cannata Report’s Manic Monday offers a rapid recap of the previous week’s office technology news.

Doceo has appointed Jim Haney as chief marketing officer.